Local Reviews
In May 2016, Jade M said about Crown & Anchor
We decided to come here for lunch after reading the reviews on TripAdvisor and we weren't disappointed. There is a lovely warm, calm atmosphere in the pub and the staff are all lovely and happy to help. The food was delicious - I had the special lamb burger which was cooked to perfection and my partner had the fish and chips which was again, cooked perfectly. We shared the jam sponge for dessert and it was gorgeous with a perfect jam:sponge:custard ratio. I would highly recommend a visit.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In June 2016, JFL1968 said about Crown & Anchor
After several visits, very rarely disappointed. Food tasty, and selection good. Can understand what other reviewers have said about service re plate clearing & lack of offering puddings, drinks etc, but it has always struck me as a bit more 'self service' in that respect. Not a criticism as I really like this pub. It's just a case of setting your expectations at the right level. Relaxed !!
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In June 2016, 467AdamA said about Crown & Anchor
Arrived here to find football showing on a number of TVs in the pub with everyone just staring at the screens and it was all a bit dismal really
Beer was good and staff were nice but I wouldn't bother coming here again when the TVs are in footy mode
Beer was good and staff were nice but I wouldn't bother coming here again when the TVs are in footy mode
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In June 2016, Michaela M said about Crown & Anchor
went with family whilst we were visiting eastborne, they bar staff were friendly and welcoming, we had a table for four as we had an extremely lovely meal, they had a live band and drinks were moderately priced overall a fantastic evening.
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In June 2016, Rog321 said about Crown & Anchor
We had a delightful meal here on a weekday evening. Good food and service. Not pretentious, just good!
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In June 2016, brucewillisCardiff said about Crown & Anchor
Stayed in Eastbourne Friday and Saturday night used this pub on Friday night the food was excellent the staff very friendly liked the place so much went back on Saturday night as well.have to congratulate all of the staff on a well run pub particularly as it was very busy on both nights visited.
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In June 2016, Ravenhouse said about Crown & Anchor
We first visited the Crown and Anchor pub one evening last year.
It was a busy evening and when we went in it seemed that everyone looked at us.
Now I understand we were strangers and perhaps they don't get many visitors out of season but the stared at us the whole evening. If I was a beauty I could understand but we are OAPs. We actually left because we were uncomfortable. We are used to enjoying a pub meal now and again so don't believe we were being sensitive.
This year we were in the area and wanted a pub lunch so decided to give it another try.
The barmaid was pleasant and we ordered sandwich and drinks.
The pub had a sports bar with large TVs etc . There was seating out the front and a very small patio at the rear. There was also a function room for hire.
The sandwiches arrived, the bread was very fresh and thick. Far too much butter for me but not for the others. We all had different fillings which were fine but nothing to rave about. The salad garnish looked a little tired .
There was a extended evening menu on a board which looked very nice but we did not have the opportunity to try it.
The drink and food prices seemed average for the area.
We might try it one more time in the evening to see if it is "clicky" or it was just a one off.
It was a busy evening and when we went in it seemed that everyone looked at us.
Now I understand we were strangers and perhaps they don't get many visitors out of season but the stared at us the whole evening. If I was a beauty I could understand but we are OAPs. We actually left because we were uncomfortable. We are used to enjoying a pub meal now and again so don't believe we were being sensitive.
This year we were in the area and wanted a pub lunch so decided to give it another try.
The barmaid was pleasant and we ordered sandwich and drinks.
The pub had a sports bar with large TVs etc . There was seating out the front and a very small patio at the rear. There was also a function room for hire.
The sandwiches arrived, the bread was very fresh and thick. Far too much butter for me but not for the others. We all had different fillings which were fine but nothing to rave about. The salad garnish looked a little tired .
There was a extended evening menu on a board which looked very nice but we did not have the opportunity to try it.
The drink and food prices seemed average for the area.
We might try it one more time in the evening to see if it is "clicky" or it was just a one off.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In June 2016, SHEILA M said about Crown & Anchor
Was in Eastbourne for the weekend & this pub was very close to our hotel. It's a large premises which welcomes everyone. We dropped in several times over the 3 days we were there, although we didn't eat there, the menu looked tempting & the prices were very reasonable (I live in London where all pubs are quite expensive) All the food I saw being served looked really nice & good portions too. The staff were attentive & a barmaid remembered us on our 2nd visit which, given that it was so busy I thought was quite impressive. Just off of the main road facing the beach this is an ideal location for a family or couples lunch. On Friday night there was live music but it wasn't so loud that you couldn't enjoy a conversation with friends. So nice to find a real pub with friendly helpful staff. Will definitely visit again next time I'm in Eastbourne.
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In June 2016, richardlizabeth said about Crown & Anchor
Eaten here a couple of times food in lovely, very friendly staff make you feel welcome. Will definately be back when we visit Eastbourne again soon
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In June 2016, kdw72 said about Crown & Anchor
Visited here with a mate as we were in Eastbourne for the evening. Live band playing which was great, really good music. Lots of people dancing but no elbows flying about so safe to stand on the periphery! Seemed to be quite a friendly place, easy to talk to the locals and no long queues to get served. Well worth a visit on a night out.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk